Attractions of Ghana

To help inspire or plan your trip to Ghana, some of its major attractions for travellers are shown below, including some of the best natural, historical, cultural and adventure sites in the country. These include all of UNESCO World Heritage Sites for Ghana which represent the best of the world's cultural and natural heritage.
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Ghana

Asante Traditional Buildings
Only a few homes and temples of the Ashanti civilisation remain today, located north-east of Kumasi, which are constructed from earth, wood and straw. UNESCO World Heritage Site: Asante Traditional Buildings

Asante Traditional Buildings

Only a few homes and temples of the Ashanti civilisation remain today, located north-east of Kumasi, which are constructed from earth, wood and straw.

UNESCO World Heritage Site: Asante Traditional Buildings

Ghanaian Coast Castles
Over 20 castles were built along the Ghanaian coast by the colonial powers from the 15th century to protect their interests and for use in the slave trade. The castles at Elmina and the Cape Coast are of particular note, the latter being the centre of British administration in Ghana. UNESCO World Heritage Site: Forts and Castles, Volta, Greater Accra, Central and Western Regions

Ghanaian Coast Castles

Over 20 castles were built along the Ghanaian coast by the colonial powers from the 15th century to protect their interests and for use in the slave trade. The castles at Elmina and the Cape Coast are of particular note, the latter being the centre of British administration in Ghana.

UNESCO World Heritage Site: Forts and Castles, Volta, Greater Accra, Central and Western Regions